Assistant Head Teacher

inploi; Bolton; On-site; GBP 57,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

A local primary school in Bolton is seeking a dynamic Assistant Headteacher to work closely with the Headteacher. The candidate will provide strong leadership and drive school improvement while ensuring all pupils achieve their full potential. The role includes a full-time teaching commitment and offers opportunities for professional development. Apply by 7 October 2025.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Caring school atmosphere

Qualifications

• Confident and skilled in assessment practices to enhance pupil progress.
• Experience at leadership level with a proven track record.
• Ability to foster an inclusive ethos.

Responsibilities

• Lead and empower staff to maximize potential.
• Drive school improvement and support staff development.
• Contribute to the school's vision and mission.

Skills

Leadership

Assessment practices

Data analysis

Staff development

Nurturing environment

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

Overview

Required for January 2026
Assistant Headteacher
Leadership Spine points L5 to L9 £57,137 - £63,070 per annum

Growing into full life with Jesus; learning, living and loving together to make a difference.

Role purpose

Due to the promotion of our current Assistant Headteacher, the children, staff, and governors are seeking to appoint a dynamic Assistant Headteacher to work in close partnership with the Headteacher and Deputy Headteacher. This key role will take a lead in promoting all aspects of the Catholic life and mission of our school, ensuring that our school lives out our vision for excellence, inspired and guided by the teachings of Christ.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be confident and skilled in assessment practices, using data effectively to monitor and enhance pupil progress and outcomes. They will play a pivotal role in driving school improvement, supporting staff development, and ensuring that all children achieve their full potential in a nurturing, faith-centred environment.

The role includes:

• Provide strong, dynamic and inspirational leadership; lead and empower staff to be the best they can be
• Foster children’s enjoyment of learning whilst ensuring high levels of achievement
• Develop our respectful and inclusive ethos
• Demonstrate experience at a leadership level with a proven track record of raising whole-school standards
• Bring energy, drive and the ability to develop the potential of all staff and pupils
• Contribute to the vision and mission of St Thomas of Canterbury RC Primary School within the school, the parish and the wider community

We offer

• A caring, warm and friendly school, well supported by Governors and parents
• Enthusiastic, happy, well behaved children who are eager to learn and proud of our school
• A hard-working, supportive team committed to achieving high standards
• The opportunity for career and professional development
• Support from both the Diocese and the local authority

Role details

This role will have a full-time teaching commitment to meet the needs of the school.

How to apply and important dates

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and encouraged and can be arranged by contacting the school office on 01204 333131.

Closing Date: 7 October 2025 9.00am

Shortlisting: 9 October 2025

Lesson observations: Week beginning 13 October 2025

Interview: 20 October 2025

Safeguarding and how to apply

St Thomas of Canterbury RC Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Appointment is subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Further details are available from our website: www.stoc.bolton.sch.uk

Please email your completed application form, together with your Equal Opportunities Monitoring form and a supporting statement to [e-mail]. Only applications on CES forms will be considered.

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